The Cellars.

Language

The Lexicon

The Lexicon preserves the language of the Lifestyle — its words, concepts and traditions. It records meaning; it never prescribes practice. Where usage varies between Houses or lineages, each is set down with equal respect.

Practices

Back Worship

A form of Body Worship focused on the back.

Definition

Back Worship is a form of Body Worship focused on the back — its posture, shape and sensation. It may be expressed through attentive touch, massage, ritual attention or service care of the skin.

Historical background

Back Worship has been recognised within Body Worship literature as one of many possible foci of devotional attention.

Discussion

Communities differ on how Back Worship is framed. Individual expressions vary widely.

See also